Diversity Statement Workshop: Preparing for Academic Jobs

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 10:55:45 -0400

Wednesday, September 29, 2021 · 12 - 1 PM

The Commons : COMM 331vent will be hosted in person at the UMBC Commons.

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As undergraduate and graduate student populations have become more and more diverse, institutions of higher education are getting much more proactive in their goals to hire faculty that are prepared to be mentors, researchers, and teachers who are inclusive and culturally competent (about time, right?). As such, many academic jobs require a Diversity Statement or a Commitment to Diversity Statement. This is a way for applicants to demonstrate they have the commitments and capacities to contribute to the institution’s goals of diversity, inclusion, and equity via their work (personally and professionally) and their lived experiences.

Come learn more about how to craft these statements, how they are often scored, and ways you can do additional work NOW before the job market to demonstrate the values you have.

Participation in this event counts towards your CIRTL certification.

Looking forward to seeing you in person! If you have any questions, please contact Yarazeth Medina at yarazeth@umbc.edu.

Note: Commons requires the use of a face mask inside of the building.